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08:29, 15-Feb-2018
US officials wish for 'greater success' in the Year of the Dog
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Washington's top envoy sent out early wishes two days before the Chinese New Year, hoping to see "even greater success and opportunity of all" during the Year of the Dog.
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival and Lunar New Year, is the most important festival celebrated at the turn of the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar. There is a zodiac, or animal representation, attributed to each year in a 12-year cycle. Starting from Feb. 16, this year is the Year of the Dog, which symbolizes "wealth."
Locals shopping for dog dolls in Huangshan, Anhui Province on Feb. 9, 2018. /VCG Photo
Locals shopping for dog dolls in Huangshan, Anhui Province on Feb. 9, 2018. /VCG Photo
Tillerson, the United States Secretary of State who is now on his Middle East visit, said in a statement that he wishes "people around the world good health, peace and prosperity" on behalf of the US government.
"Let us endeavor to continue to foster closer cooperation, promote greater understanding, and build a better world for each other and for our children," Tillerson said.
US Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao, the first ever Asian female presidential cabinet member in US history, extended her good wishes to the Chinese people along with her family.
